Religious and Historical Sites in Bethlehem
Discover Bethlehem’s surrounding towns and villages, where faith, tradition, and daily life weave together into the fabric of Palestinian heritage.
Church of Nativity
Walk through Bethlehem’s historic streets where sacred landmarks, bustling markets, and vibrant culture invite visitors to connect with centuries of tradition.
St. Catherine Church
Enter Bethlehem’s Catholic heart where Gothic arches, underground chapels, and parish life reflect centuries of devotion beside the Nativity.
Manger Square
A hillside town west of Bethlehem, Beit Jala is famous for its churches such as St. Nicolas, ancient olive groves, and rich culinary traditions.
Christmas Lutheran Church
Near Manger Square, this 19th-century Protestant church blends faith, culture, and dialogue, serving Bethlehem’s living Christian community.
Star Street
A hillside town west of Bethlehem, Beit Jala is famous for its churches such as St. Nicolas, ancient olive groves, and rich culinary traditions.
St. Nicolas Church
Beit Jala’s patron saint is honored here in a historic church and cave, where Orthodox worship and community life remain very vibrant.
Convent of Hortus Conclusus
Known as the “Shepherds’ Field,” Beit Sahour is a center of Palestinian Christian life, blending sacred tradition with vibrant community spirit.
Solomon Pools
A hillside town west of Bethlehem, Beit Jala is famous for its churches such as St. Nicolas, ancient olive groves, and rich culinary traditions.
Shepherds Field
In Beit Sahour’s hills, chapels, caves, and Byzantine ruins recall the angels’ message of peace to humble shepherds near Bethlehem.
Mar Saba Monastery
Nestled in a lush valley, Artas is renowned for its springs, monasteries, and the annual Lettuce Festival that celebrates local farming traditions.
St. George Church – Al Khader
St. George Church unites Christians and Muslims, honoring a saint of shared devotion in a village rich with faith and tradition.
Herodium
A fortress built by King Herod, this hilltop palace reveals ruins, tunnels, and sweeping desert views that echo ancient Judean history.
St. Theodosius Monastery
Founded in the 5th century, St. Theodosius Monastery preserves traditions of the Magi and early desert monasticism near Bethlehem.
Cremisan Monastery & Winery
Set in Beit Jala’s hills, Cremisan Monastery blends devotion with vineyards, offering faith, culture, and Palestine’s renowned Cremisan wines.
Mosque of Omar
Across from the Nativity, the Mosque of Omar honors Caliph Omar and symbolizes Bethlehem’s long tradition of interfaith coexistence.
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Founded in the 5th century, St. Theodosius Monastery preserves traditions of the Magi and early desert monasticism near Bethlehem.
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Set in Beit Jala’s hills, Cremisan Monastery blends devotion with vineyards, offering faith, culture, and Palestine’s renowned Cremisan wines.
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